Description

17 OH PROGESTERONE

Clinical Significance

17-OH progesterone (17 OHP) is a useful test for screening infants with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH). It is also used for screening of male infertility, girls with peripubertal virilization, children with premature adrenarche or ambiguous genitalia. For diagnostic purpose, results should always be assessed in conjunction with the patient’s medical history, clinical examination and other diagnostic findings.